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Four-Word Questions

Getting to know someone better

One of the best ways to get to know someone is with short, inviting statements or questions. The ones listed here express interest, care, empathy, and encouragement, and invite self-reflection, confidence, and continued conversation.

  • I didn’t know that.
  • Tell me some more.
  • I’d love to hear.
  • That sounds so awesome!
  • How did you feel? ​
  • What happened after that?
  • What did you say/do/think?
  • Did that bother you?
  • Did that surprise you? ​
  • Why'd that bother you?
  • Why'd that surprise you?
  • Did you expect that?
  • That’s a great question!
  • What do you think?
  • I don’t know, but...
  • Will you show me?
  • Will you teach me?
  • How'd you learn that?

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